***1st Week of December Thread ADR Plans, Park Hours, and dealing with Pop Warner***

[Candycane83]

Hello again everyone! Hope everyone is doing well today.

I have a question about MVMCP and was hoping someone on here could point me in the right direction. Is there an accurate timeline of events for the party anywhere. I know the parade and fireworks times have been released. Was hoping to find out what times the other things start. Things like the stage show, dance parties, etc. I took a quick look at DW website but couldn't seem to find it. Thanks.

And another BIG to those of you helping me with BOG/HDDMR decision on the other thread!!!

I looked at 2015 info from allears and Kenny the pirate just for a rough reference. Im pretty sure some thing will change.

 

[Party.Of.4-NY>>>FL]

I don't think so yet. it sucks. it's Disney, do you think they'd help us plan in advance after taking our money in advance?!?!

you can probably find from last year but they have already shifted fireworks and parade and not sure how that is going to impact other things.

Tell me about it! I found some info on Undercovertourist. It includes 2016 party dates so I just assumed the timeline was accurate. It's there if you scroll down a little. But as you pointed out, Disney has since pushed back the parade and fireworks a little. Undercovertourist is showing parade at 8:15 but Disney is saying 8:35IIRC. Here's the link if anyone is interested:

https://www.undercovertourist.com/blog/mickeys-very-merry-christmas-party-guide/

 

[Lisa F]

******* PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT *********

I am updating the third post with links that I find useful (and find myself searching for over and over again). I have kept a copy of robo's maps, wdwinfo's park maps, a link to disney's zoomable maps and the epcot entertainment schedule I posted above that is probably already buried. If anyone has any additional links they think belong please let me know (via convo if possible because I miss a lot of stuff here just like everyone does). It's just to make it easier to find this stuff without having to search.

 

[Candycane83]

******* PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT *********

I am updating the third post with links that I find useful (and find myself searching for over and over again). I have kept a copy of robo's maps, wdwinfo's park maps, a link to disney's zoomable maps and the epcot entertainment schedule I posted above that is probably already buried. If anyone has any additional links they think belong please let me know. It's just to make it easier to find this stuff without having to search.

I think you need to add that picture of you and your son on Buzz as a reminder for all of us the hazards of over planning our last day! ​

 

[Party.Of.4-NY>>>FL]

LisaF,
You.....you're good you! Keep that up and you'll have a bright future ahead of you!

Ok cheesy I know. But seriously, that's awesome that you're taking the time to do this.

Edit
Meant to tag LisaF on this one.

 

[Lisa F]

A cast member told me the seasonal offerings are in addition to the regular acts, and not a replacement for the regular acts. Many, many great options to look over and make decisions about! I've been really focusing Epcot the last several days and recently learned about the German glassblower who makes beautiful ornaments. That might be fun to watch for a few.

found that video of it by allears. soooo gonna do it lol.

 

[Lisa F]

LisaF,
You.....you're good you! Keep that up and you'll have a bright future ahead of you!

Ok cheesy I know. But seriously, that's awesome that you're taking the time to do this.

Edit
Meant to tag LisaF on this one.

I seriously just added like 3 links to the page. it's like a baby step above a participation trophy

 

[Lisa F]

I think you need to add that picture of you and your son on Buzz as a reminder for all of us the hazards of over planning our last day! ​

lol it was my favorite picture of the entire time! at least of the photopass shots!

 

[serenitynow]

Two more websites that have Christmas at Disney sections:

Kenny the Pirate
Wdwprepschool

 

[serenitynow]

Also, lots of good info on Pinterst on Disney Holidays and Disney World Christmas

 

[Lisa F]

I'm just looking to keep links that are a reference that people need to keep going back to, not a comprehensive list of WDW stuff. I don't have that kind of time lol. I will take my participation trophy and go home thank you!

but if you have something you keep going back to as part of your planning and you are annoyed you keep having to search to find where it is, give me a shout and i'll be happy to add it.

and I did not mean that to sound snarky. I am just here and there and really probably the worst choice possible to be in charge of such things but I have the earliest post of current participants so here we are! If there is something specific I am happy to add it and should probably add kenny and josh (speaking of snarky lol) but pinterest overwhelms me. I seriously don't even have an account and I know it would be right up my alley (that is why lol)

 

[Talby]

@Lisa F Danke! lol Very cool and that will definitively make for a special souvenir! It's on our list too.

 

[Lisa F]

@Lisa F Danke! lol Very cool and that will definitively make for a special souvenir! It's on our list too.

I hope he is there at night. I might have to bypass Italy and hightail it right to germany after CP to get an ornament and hear the german storyteller!

oh and I see what you did there!!!!

 

[Talby]

I hope he is there at night. I might have to bypass Italy and hightail it right to germany after CP to get an ornament and hear the german storyteller!

I was hoping to just visit all the countries in order, but there may be a couple of times where maybe a hint of zig-zagging is worth it!

@serenitynow Every time I see your avatar, I have an overwhelming urge to pinch (gently! lol) cheeks!! SO cute!

Re RoL: We have a 5:15p Yak & Yeti. I think that should be okay if there is a 7p showing. IF WE JUST HAD THE DATES/TIMES ALREADY! (no, really, I'm not bitter!)

Oh...and @Lisa F again...I love your last night/HDDR plan. Along those lines, that's why I switched Pirates and Pals to a party night. It just optimizes MK time to do those sorts of things on party nights rather than non-party nights when possible.

Pretty sure I've said it before, but this thread has improved our vacation by 1000%!! We would have had a blast regardless, but thanks to everything I've learned here, we will definitely be seeing so much more of the parks and doing all of it more efficiently and with less waiting! YAY!!

@Wood Nymph That's very kind and generous of you! Hoping you have the best time and I'll look forward to hearing about your trip!

 

[rasadkowski]

I was hoping to just visit all the countries in order, but there may be a couple of times where maybe a hint of zig-zagging is worth it!

@serenitynow Every time I see your avatar, I have an overwhelming urge to pinch (gently! lol) cheeks!! SO cute!

Re RoL: We have a 5:15p Yak & Yeti. I think that should be okay if there is a 7p showing. IF WE JUST HAD THE DATES/TIMES ALREADY! (no, really, I'm not bitter!)

Oh...and @Lisa F again...I love your last night/HDDR plan. Along those lines, that's why I switched Pirates and Pals to a party night. It just optimizes MK time to do those sorts of things on party nights rather than non-party nights when possible.

Pretty sure I've said it before, but this thread has improved our vacation by 1000%!! We would have had a blast regardless, but thanks to everything I've learned here, we will definitely be seeing so much more of the parks and doing all of it more efficiently and with less waiting! YAY!!

@Wood Nymph That's very kind and generous of you! Hoping you have the best time and I'll look forward to hearing about your trip!

DITTO

 

[Candycane83]

I was hoping to just visit all the countries in order, but there may be a couple of times where maybe a hint of zig-zagging is worth it!

@serenitynow Every time I see your avatar, I have an overwhelming urge to pinch (gently! lol) cheeks!! SO cute!

Re RoL: We have a 5:15p Yak & Yeti. I think that should be okay if there is a 7p showing. IF WE JUST HAD THE DATES/TIMES ALREADY! (no, really, I'm not bitter!)

Oh...and @Lisa F again...I love your last night/HDDR plan. Along those lines, that's why I switched Pirates and Pals to a party night. It just optimizes MK time to do those sorts of things on party nights rather than non-party nights when possible.

Pretty sure I've said it before, but this thread has improved our vacation by 1000%!! We would have had a blast regardless, but thanks to everything I've learned here, we will definitely be seeing so much more of the parks and doing all of it more efficiently and with less waiting! YAY!!

@Wood Nymph That's very kind and generous of you! Hoping you have the best time and I'll look forward to hearing about your trip!

Same here! Which is why I diligently follow this thread!

EDIT: you're making me consider pirates and pals for our last night... Need to resist temptation! Lol!

 

[Candycane83]

found that video of it by allears. soooo gonna do it lol.

Thanks Lisa! Just got to watch this now! I would definitely want to buy one and watch for a minute or two! I showed the last minute to DH and all he said was 'Disney again!'

 

[Talby]

Same here! Which is why I diligently follow this thread!

EDIT: you're making me consider pirates and pals for our last night... Need to resist temptation! Lol!

Guess what they do in the event of inclement weather? You still get to have the character interaction and snacks AND you are refunded entirely. Just sayin'.

Legit LOL at "Disney again"!

PS: In all seriousness, there has GOT to be a point where I leave well enough alone! It's just too easy to keep adding....

 

[Candycane83]

Guess what they do in the event of inclement weather? You still get to have the character interaction and snacks AND you are refunded entirely. Just sayin'.

Legit LOL at "Disney again"!

Hmm... It'll be great on a party night too... Still I'm not sure about a boat and a two year old for more than an hour... Wait what is the timing of pirates and pals? Dessert at 8ish? How long will u be on the boat
Edit: you could be a Disney salesperson! Lol!!!

 

[Talby]

Hmm... It'll be great on a party night too... Still I'm not sure about a boat and a two year old for more than an hour... Wait what is the timing of pirates and pals? Dessert at 8ish? How long will u be on the boat
Edit: you could be a Disney salesperson! Lol!!!

There is a 2-day cancellation policy FYI. We are to meet at the Contemporary at 8:30. There is a designated area where the group will meet and interact with Captain Hook and Mr. Smee for snacks/treats. I wish I could remember what time the boat launches. But after the fireworks, Peter Pan will be on land to greet us. They recognize special celebrations in some way.

ETA: I will find out for sure about how long actual boat time is. I call every week for one reason or another it seems! haha I jot down questions and then when I get a handful, I call. I'll let you know!!